Kevin Spacey to Reunite With Sam Mendes in Shakespeare Play

August 27, 2010 04:48:59 GMT

The actor will be directed once again by the 'American Beauty' helmer in the production due to open in New York in February, 2012.

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Kevin Spacey is reuniting with the director who helped him win an Academy Award in a new transatlantic theater project. The actor will star as Shakespeare's Richard III in a production due to open in New York and close in London, directed by Sam Mendes.

Spacey and Mendes scooped Best Actor and Best Director Oscars for 1999 movie "American Beauty".

Announcing the project, due to open on Broadway in February 2012, Spacey says, "Sam is one of the finest directors I have had the pleasure to work with and to gain this opportunity is beyond my wildest hopes." He adds, "With such a remarkable character before me, I have a feeling this one is going to be a memorable experience."

The play will end its run at London's Old Vic theatre, where Spacey is currently artistic director.